Nigeria’s Super Falcons faced a 1-0 defeat against Spain in their second match at the Paris Olympics, marking consecutive losses following their opening match defeat to Brazil.
The Super Falcons made strategic changes to their lineup, with Asisat Oshoala and Esther Okoronkwo starting in place of Onyi Echegini and Chinwendu Ihezuo. Despite the modifications, the reigning World Champions, Spain, dominated the first half, limiting Nigeria's opportunities to counterattack.
The match saw Nigeria’s goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie making four crucial saves in the latter stages, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory.
Nigeria came close to scoring twice, with Esther Okoronkwo’s shot saved by Spain’s goalkeeper Cata Coll in the 22nd minute, and Rashidat Ajibade who was unable to complete the pass from Oshoala in the 35th minute.
In the second half, Spain continued from where they stopped with Salma Paralluelo capitalising on a free kick done by teammate Teresa Duenas but the victory was shortlived as the goal was ruled offside by the VAR.
Oshoala made a solo run toward Spain’s goal area, passing the ball to Ajibade but once again she blew the opportunity to put Nigeria in the lead as she couldn’t hit the target in the 65th minute.